Irritable Bowel Syndrome Relief

“Food, glorious food! Hot sausage and mustard!” So the urchins sang in the musical “Oliver!” Food certainly plays a major role in our lives. It can do far more than give us energy… it can help us feel good, it can enhance our social lives, it’s the centerpiece of many holidays and social traditions. It can be very pleasurable!

Pleasurable yes! Healthy, not always. So what is the basic purpose of food and how does it affect our health?
The basic purpose of food is to provide nutrients to the body so that it can function. Certain nutrients are necessary to combine with oxygen to create energy for physical activity and for all internal functions, including repairing and building cell tissue.

But food and nutrition don’t always go “hand in hand.” And without nutrition, the body can’t function its best. Health and energy ultimately suffer.

Definition of Nutrition

Nutrition simply means something that nourishes. To nourish means “to feed or sustain with substances necessary to life and growth.” Not everything that is called “food” contains nourishment! And just because a product has a nutrition facts label, that is no guarantee that there’s any nutrition in it. That’s why “junk food” is called “junk” - because it has a lot of calories but no real nourishment - no nutritional value!

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Are you sick and tired of hearing that you should eat a high protein diet with vegetables at every meal? How boring is that?! Most of us tend to crave foods with more flavoring which are usually high in fat and processed with little nutritional value. The result is a toxic colon which causes constipation, stool hardening and more serious problems if not taken care of properly. So, what preventative steps can we take ensure a healthy colon in this fast food culture we live in today?

The colon is located in your large intestine and its job is to complete the digestion process by removing waste after the small intestine absorbs food nutrients. The food and drinks you put into your body create cells for regeneration. They feed the immune system which affects mood, behavior, sleep, sleep patterns, cognitive ability and performance. That’s why we need to force ourselves to eat smarter instead of easier with pre-packaged meals read to go.

Colon cancer is the 2nd largest cause of cancer in the U.S. only following lung cancer. One of the major contributing factors of this disease is a diet rich in fatty foods along with a sedentary lifestyle. To help prevent colon problems drink plenty of fresh water (preferably filtered or spring); embrace a healthy diet of green leafy vegetables, fresh fruit, oats, and whole grains. Also, chicken, turkey, and fish along with foods high in fiber are adequate a few times a week. Other benefits of a clean colon include: increased energy levels, clear skin, improvement in concentration, and an overall feeling of better health.

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Yoga is usually associated with stretching and relaxation.

This is a good way for IBS sufferers to remain calm and collected. As you well know, any form of stress is not good for our tummy.

Yoga also works wonders to strengthen your body and mind. There are different forms of yoga and they all have different effects on our bodies, as well as our state of mind.

My IBS seems to flare up from time-to-time. My stomach gurgles, bloats after a meal (?large meal). A couple of hours later, I need to go to the loo…………

Is anyone facing this problem? If so, any tips?